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Why buy from golf&ski?
At Golf & Ski, you’ll find a huge selection of the best names in snow sports equipment, apparel and accessories—all priced right. Plus we guarantee you’ll be satisfied with how your new skis perform and your new ski or snowboard boots fit.
How much does it cost to lease a ski or snowboard?
Our $99 used kid's ski and snowboard lease packages offer the least expensive option to get your kids out on the mountain this season in equipment that fits their current height, weight and ability. Purchase new kid’s ski or snowboard equipment at our low, everyday prices and enjoy guaranteed trade-in values for the first two years.
Why choose golf&ski for club repair?
Whether it’s time for new grips, trying a new shaft, or adjusting the loft and lie of your irons, Golf & Ski is the place for all of your club repair needs. Our golf repair shops are open year round. We offer northern New England’s largest selection of golf equipment, apparel and accessories.
Why choose PLUSPLUS ski lease?
Plus we guarantee you’ll be satisfied with how your new skis perform and your new ski or snowboard boots fit. Take advantage of our special $99 Junior Lease Program, our popular Junior Trade-In program, special lift ticket and season pass deals, and our full-service repair shops for expert tunes and binding work.
How much is ski sharpening?
ServicesTUNING SERVICESALPINE SKISSNOWBOARDSSharpen Edges only sharpened and polished$15$15Wet Belt Bases belted flat$15$20Sharpen and Wax Edges sharpened & polished and hot belt waxed & buffed$25$30Basic Tune Bases wet belted, edges sharpened & polished and hot belt waxed$35$4021 more rows
What is a ski tune up?
A basic tune-up will include a sand-grind to flatten and clean the base. They will also sharpen the edges, de-tune the tale and tip, and apply a hot wax treatment. You may also have the option of paying extra for a stone-grind to help add structure to the base.
How do you fix a ski base?
0:322:22How to Tune Skis #2: Base Repair || REI - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo start by using your scraper to remove any extra base material from around the gouge stubbornMoreSo start by using your scraper to remove any extra base material from around the gouge stubborn spots may need a razor brush off any dirt or debris. Make. Sure you brush and scrape from tip to tail.
How often should you wax your skis?
It's recommended you wax your skis every 5 or 6 times out. The reason being the base of your ski is very porous (similar to your skin) with lotion (wax) you'll have a better running surface. This will allow for increased glide over all snow conditions, less leg fatigue and increased speed.
How long should skis last?
The average skier replaces their skis every 8 years but your skis peak performance diminishes after 100-125 full days of use – that's five years if you ski 20 days a year.
How do you base grind skis at home?
1:516:10Base Care Ski Maintenance - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipIn the direction of travel of the ski. And I'm flattening the base material. Using the SwedishMoreIn the direction of travel of the ski. And I'm flattening the base material. Using the Swedish scraper. After flattening with the steel scraper. I do a quick recheck.
Can you ski on a core shot?
Core Shots. A core shot is when the core of the ski is exposed to the elements (water, moisture, snow etc..) instead of being protected. Moisture getting into the core of the ski is bad, that moisture can freeze too, so let's talk about how to fix it. Core shots are the most tricky and require the most work.
Do you need to wax after PTEX?
Registered. Definitely before waxing. As you thought, PTEX candles are made of the same material as the base is made of... so you want the clean the gouge area of any dirt, debris or wax... if you can lightly sand the area to give the new PTEX material some surface to stick on to.
How long does a ski tune up take?
Turn around time for Standard and Race tunes is at least 24 hours. Some ski bindings may be too old to service.
Do new skis require tuning?
Myth No. 2. “Brand new skis don't need to be tuned before use.” New skis do come with a factory tune, but then they have a long journey from the factory to the retailer and finally into your hands.
How often do skis need to be sharpened?
If you ski more than 2 weeks per year consider professional sharpening twice a season. If you ski every day of the season, professionally sharpen your skis every month or two and use a file regularly. If you ski mainly on ice or hard-packed snow, sharpen your skis more often.
What kind of maintenance do skis need?
In-Season Ski CareDry off skis at the end of each day. ... Smooth out burrs at the end of each day. ... Hot wax skis periodically. ... Sharpen edges periodically. ... Store skis in a cool, dry place. ... Adjust bindings (or don't)
All-Star Rewards Member Tune Special
Members of our All-Star Rewards program enjoy a 50% discount on all junior tunes, snowboard deluxe tunes, deluxe stone grind tunes, hot wax and hand hot wax.
Ski and Snowboard Tune & Repair Pricing
Our ski and snowboard repair shops are open from mid-October to mid-April.
Boot Fitting Guarantee
We understand that a proper, comfortable fit is the key to buying new boots. That’s why we guarantee every custom fit we make.
Ski Performance Guarantee
We also offer a ski performance guarantee, so you can have total peace of mind when you make your purchase that your new skis will be right for you. If after three days of use you are not happy with your new skis’ performance, we will exchange them for a new pair of equal value.